Melissa Brock
Melissa Brock is a freelance writer and editor who writes about higher education, trading, investing, personal finance, cryptocurrency, mortgages and insurance. Melissa also writes SEO-driven blog copy for independent educational consultants and runs her website, College Money Tips, to help families navigate the college journey. She spent 12 years in the admission office at her alma mater.
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Panelized homes: What are panelized home kits and how are they built?
Panelized home kits are created in a factory then built on-site. Learn more about the pros and cons of building panelized homes and whether it’s right for you.
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Real estate portfolio: What is it and how do you build one?
What is a real estate portfolio and how do you build a collection of real estate investments? Read our guide to learn more about portfolios in real estate.
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PUD (Planned Unit Development): What Iit is and how it differs from other types of housing
A PUD, or planned unit development, is a small community of single-family homes. Read on to learn about living in a PUD and how it differs from other housing.
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A guide to broker price opinion (BPO)
A broker price opinion (BPO) estimates a property's value based on comparable sales. Learn when a BPO is often used and how it differs from an appraisal.
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Advice for second-time home buyers: What to know
Just because you’ve purchased a home before doesn’t mean the home buying process is always simple. Check out our advice for second-time home buyers.
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What is buy and hold real estate investing?
Buy and hold real estate is a long-term investment strategy that involves buying a property and renting it out. Check out our guide to learn more.
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